Spacenet Adds MegaPath Networks as a Connexstar Channel Partner
MegaPath, America’s largest commercial broadband reseller, adds Connexstar broadband VSAT service to its range of business connectivity offerings
McLean, VA, March 16, 2004 — Spacenet Inc. today announced it has expanded its channel partners program with the addition of MegaPath Networks, a leading U.S. provider of secure-access and managed network solutions. MegaPath will offer Spacenet’s Connexstar satellite connectivity service to customers seeking available-anywhere broadband access as well as backup connectivity for terrestrial high-speed networks.
Connexstar provides an economical commercial-grade broadband solution that is available to virtually any location in the United States, filling in previously unserviceable areas to complete MegaPath’s national service footprint. Connexstar allows download speeds of up to 1 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 256 kbps.
“MegaPath is committed to providing our customers with the widest connectivity coverage and the highest quality of service, so it is critical that the technology solutions we offer are extremely reliable,” said John Moshier, Senior Vice President of Customer Solutions at MegaPath. “We selected Connexstar as a MegaPath supplier because of the company’s superb value as a business-class connectivity solutions provider. We are pleased to offer this additional service coverage to our customers.”
“Spacenet is extremely pleased with the demand that we have seen for Connexstar, and the demand continues to grow as more companies become aware of the advantages of our VSAT technology,” said Spacenet Vice President of Distribution Channels Mark Rasmussen. “MegaPath provides tremendous additional reach for Connexstar into traditionally terrestrial-centric markets. This is an important strategic direction for us as we continue to raise the public profile of our connectivity solutions. We believe MegaPath will be an excellent addition to our channel partners program, and we look forward to working with them to bring Connexstar to a wider audience.”
About MegaPath Networks
MegaPath Networks Inc. delivers secure access and managed network solutions that enable businesses of all sizes to cost-effectively connect branch offices, mobile workers and home-based workers to centralized corporate resources. By offering comprehensive managed access, VPN and security services, MegaPath is the single source of contact for the design, deployment, monitoring, reporting and support of remote connectivity solutions.
Having the broadest business-class footprint through its nationwide private network, MegaPath has deployed over 55,000 endpoints to small businesses and an array of distributed enterprises ranging from large manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, restaurant chains, retailers and financial institutions, to smaller insurance firms and real estate offices. MegaPath’s passion for customer care and product excellence is reflected in its award-winning managed services and top industry- and user-rated technical support and sales professionals. Privately held and founded in 1999, MegaPath is headquartered in Pleasanton, Calif.
For more information, visit the MegaPath Web site at www.megapath.net or call 1-877-MEGAPATH (877.634.2728). MegaPath Networks® is a registered service mark of MegaPath Networks Inc.
About Spacenet
Spacenet Inc. provides Connexstar enterprise-grade satellite and hybrid terrestrial broadband networking solutions, as well as application services and managed networks, throughout North America and worldwide. Spacenet has 20 years experience providing connectivity, application support, customer care and network management to enterprise and government customers, including some of the largest satellite-based networks in the world. Spacenet is based in McLean, Virginia, and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Gilat Satellite Networks, Ltd. Visit Spacenet at www.spacenet.com.
Spacenet Media Contact:
David Myers
Senior Vice President of Marketing and Corporate Development
(703) 848-1200
david.myers@spacenet.com
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